News & Insights
Maria Scungio Moderated U.S. Trademark Law Panel at 2026 Intellectual Property Law & Policy Conference at Fordham Law School
The 2026 Edition is Available of A Trademark is Not a Copyright or a Patent by William M. Borchard with Deborah K. Squiers
Celebrating Black History Month -- Dr. Charles Drew, the Doctor who Revolutionized Blood Storage
Trademark Law Alert -- A Consent Agreement Walks the Plank

Case Studies
The Second Circuit affirms summary judgment for our client.
We established that cigarette rolling paper size designations are generic.
Federal Circuit reverses cancellation of U.S. trademark registrations
We succesfully represented our client, Major League Baseball Partners, Inc.
Federal Circuit upholds successful opposition against application to register LEHMAN BROTHERS for whiskey
What They Say
"Richard S. Mandel is a phenomenal intellectual property litigator, held in high esteem for deft handling of cases at the forefront of the industry, and is lauded by peers and clients as 'a strong thinker'."
2025 Lexology Index"Meichelle MacGregor is lauded by the legal community as a 'highly intelligent and experienced' trademark lawyer, owing to her deftness in litigation across a diverse range of industries and contribution to the academic advancement of the sector."
2025 Lexology Index“Deborah [Squier’s] advice is always excellent, with a sharp eye on the client’s needs and creative solutions.”
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals“[Eric] Shimanoff is ‘highly recommended based on his responsiveness and follow through’ and currently advises Blackstone on clearance, prosecution, and enforcement, with a focus on eliminating avenues of infringement.”
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals“[Jonathan] King and [Richard] Mandel paired up to successfully defend non-profit Kars 4 Kids in a trademark appeal, overturning an $8 million disgorgement and injunction against America Can.”
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals
Why Us
Founded in 1957, we maintain long-term relationships by providing sound advice, quality legal work, and highly-responsive, personalized service.
What We Do
We represent clients of all sizes across a broad range of industries. The boutique size of our firm, and the breadth of our practice capabilities, allow us to provide a multidisciplinary approach in a cost-effective manner.
Our Clients
Our experience spans a broad range of industries and is international in scope. We appreciate the opportunity of growing with successful companies and brands, as well as creative individuals and accomplished executives.









